The CFA and FRV joined fire services across Australia for Smoke Alarm Action Day on Monday, June 1, urging Victorians to test their smoke alarms and check they are correctly installed and in working order.
This year, CFA and FRV are asked households to go a step further and consider whether their smoke alarms provide enough warning if a fire starts while someone is asleep. Fire investigation data shows sleeping areas are the most common points of ignition in residential fires that result in serious injury or death.
CFA and FRV are urging Victorians to:
- Test smoke alarms monthly
- Install smoke alarms in every bedroom, living area and hallway
- Interconnect smoke alarms where possible
- Replace smoke alarms every 10 years
- Keep clothing, bedding and curtains at least one metre from heaters
- Never leave candles, cooking or heaters unattended
- Make and practise a home fire escape plan
